System Verification Test Technician

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Milton; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized staffing agency in the UK seeks a hands-on technician to support the verification of complex electromechanical systems. This role requires experience in manual testing of physical products, familiarity with electronic tools like oscilloscopes and multimeters, and a technical qualification. Responsibilities include executing test protocols, documenting results, and maintaining test equipment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Healthcare

8% non-contributory pension

Qualifications

• Experience in manual testing of complex systems, ideally in a regulated environment.
• Proficiency with electronic and measurement tools (e.g., bench power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes).
• Experience managing and maintaining test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute structured test protocols based on system and sub-system requirements.
• Document test results in formal reports following good documentation practices.
• Identify and report deviations or issues during testing.

Skills

Manual testing of complex systems

Proficiency with electronic tools

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Technical qualification (HNC/ONC or equivalent)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Cambridge (CB24)
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 8.30am - 5pm or 9am - 5:30pm, 37.5 hours a week
Salary: Circa £30,000 + benefits including discretionary bonus, healthcare and 8% non-contributory pension
Job Reference: 35838

We are seeking a hands‑on technician to support the verification of complex electromechanical systems. This role involves executing formal and exploratory test protocols, documenting results and ensuring the reliability and calibration of test equipment. You will need to have experience testing physical/mechanical products rather than purely software.

Responsibilities

• Execute structured test protocols based on system and sub‑system requirements.
• Use a variety of tools including power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, force gauges and hand tools.
• Document test results in formal reports following good documentation practices.
• Identify and report deviations or issues during testing.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment as needed.
• Support exploratory testing for new features and system enhancements.
• Collaborate with team members to improve testing processes and efficiency.
• Track and report progress to task leads and project teams.

Requirements

• Experience in manual testing of complex systems, ideally in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with executing tests using software‑driven scripts.
• Proficiency with electronic and measurement tools (e.g., bench power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and accurate record‑keeping.
• Experience managing and maintaining test equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Ideally, experience with issue tracking tools and Agile methodologies.
• Understanding of lab health and safety and good lab practices.
• Experience with motion tracking systems or industrial robotics is a plus.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Technical qualification (e.g., HNC/ONC or equivalent).

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below